Partey, Kudus crush Madagascar

Thomas Partey and fellow Premier League midfielder Mohammed Kudus struck as Ghana outplayed Madagascar in a top-of-the-table African 2026 World Cup qualifying group match.

Yamal still maturing after rollercoaster night

Lamine Yamal scored a brilliant goal but also missed a penalty on another night of growth for Barcelona’s teenage star as Spain reached the Nations League semi-finals.

Juventus roll the dice after costly Motta flop

Juventus have decided to gamble on their short-term future after dumping Thiago Motta in the hope of securing a spot in next season’s Champions League.

Chris Wood leaves NZ squad with injury

New Zealand qualified for the World Cup with a win over New Caledonia, but lost in-form Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood to injury.

Aubameyang brace boosts Gabon and sinks Kenya

Former Arsenal and Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored twice to give Gabon a crucial 2-1 win over Kenya in an African 2026 World Cup qualifier on Sunday.

Alisson returns early from Brazil duty

Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker has returned early to his club Liverpool after suffering a bang to the head while on international duty, the Brazilian football federation (CBF) announced.

Iwobi driving Fulham’s push for European football

Alex Iwobi has flourished under Marco Silva at Fulham, establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s most reliable midfielders, writes DYLAN JOHNSON.

Maignan sends France to Nations League semi’s

Goalkeeper Mike Maignan saved twice in the shoot-out as France beat Croatia on penalties, sealing a place in the last four.

Germany survive Italy scare

Germany denied a spirited second-half fightback from Italy, letting a three-goal lead slip, before reaching the Nations League semi-finals.

Portugal dump Denmark in Nations League thriller

Portugal overturned a 1-0 first leg deficit to reach the Nations League semi-finals on Sunday, winning a pulsating second leg against Denmark after extra time.